Buy Kennedia nigricans

Also Known As

Kennedya nigricans
Black Coral Pea

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, vine

size

H: 8'-20'
W: 8'-20'

planting zones

9b-11

Big Fella 4”x 6” | $21.95

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Kennedia nigricans plant details

Kennedia nigricans is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover vine with green foliage. In spring and summer black flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kennedia nigricans

Plant type: perennial groundcover vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 20 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: black blooms in spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming, native plant, trellis, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kennedia nigricans

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Tiger-Snake Vine (or Black Coral Pea for the squeamish) is a powerhouse plant that will quickly cover that ugly chainlink fence or provide a solid ground cover if left to ramble at lower altitudes. The flowers are super contrasty and grow in clusters in the Spring to mid Summer in our area. It’s a bit sensitive to frost so keep that in mind before placing it out in the garden. More importantly, give it room to spread out.

By: Waltzing Matilija

A must for the goth garden, or if you’ve always wanted a true black flowering plant, this native Australian climber loves hot, dry climates & bears fascinating good-sized 1-1/2” long black pea flowers with yellow patches Spring thru Summer. Quick growing in a warm sunny spot, it can reach 20’ tall & wide, so give it room. It makes an unusual groundcover or twining trellis subject. The attractive leaflets are 5” long & evergreen. Rarely offered in 4” pots, so get ‘em while they’re hot!